Amid these troubled times of COVID-19, many are anxious and lonely. But in these last days of Advent, we hear the angel’s words to Mary, “Do not be afraid!” Read more in our final reflection from our Advent series here.

Wishing our brother Knights and their families a blessed and joy-filled Christmas.

Christmas with Blessed Michael McGivney Brian Caulfield, vice postulator for Father McGivney’s cause, shares a story from Christmas 1877 — Father McGivney was 25 years old, newly ordained, and  getting ready to celebrate for the first time the elaborate rites of the Latin Mass. READ MORE

Photographed by Dan Mims.

'Tis still the season Help the season feel a little more like Christmas with a virtual nativity display from the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center. Since the center isn’t open due to the pandemic, we invite you to explore this remarkable photo essay highlighting the museum’s nativity exhibits from the last five years. DISCOVER MORE

Our Sunday Visitor names Blessed Michael McGivney and Supreme Knight Carl Anderson 'Catholics of the Year' Our Sunday Visitor (OSV), a Catholic publishing house that produces a national weekly newspaper by the same name, annually honors men and women whose witness of faith is an inspiration to Catholics everywhere. 

 
2020's Catholics of the Year are noted as those who were beacons of light that shone through the darkness of these unprecedented times. We're proud to share that among this year's awardees are Father McGivney and Supreme Knight Carl Anderson. READ MORE

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Religious freedom for Christians in Nigeria Earlier this month, the U.S. State Department included Nigeria on a list of “countries of particular concern” for its systematic violations of religious freedom. The inclusion follows months of advocacy by the Knights, led by Supreme Knight Carl Anderson, who has said the atrocities in Nigeria verge on genocide. READ MORE

This Christmas season, pray to the Holy Family

Join your brother Knights and their families on Dec. 27, in praying this Consecration to the Holy Family. May the Holy Family keep us strong in faith, perseverant in prayer and generous toward those in need.

This month from Columbia magazine The December issue of Columbia magazine commemorates Father McGivney’s beatification with stories celebrating his legacy and a special insert featuring prayers and devotions in his honor. VIEW ISSUE ONLINE

Join the Knights for free

In honor of Father McGivney, we’re offering one year of FREE online membership. Simply use promo code MCGIVNEY2020 when signing up at kofc.org/join. 

Act now — this offer expires Dec. 31, 2020. 

Photographed by Dan Mims.

VIDEO: Films on Father McGivney to air on Catholic network A Witness for the World: The Global Impact of Blessed Michael will air on the Catholic TV Network this Christmas season. Tune in Dec. 21 at 1 p.m. ET; Dec. 22 at 6 p.m. ET or Dec. 23 at 2:30 a.m. ET. The network is also airing Father McGivney: An American Blessed on Dec. 26 at 6 p.m. ET.

Thank you for helping us support kids in need

When we asked your help earlier this month to support Coats for Kids, the response was overwhelming! See the impact that new winter coats brought to families in need at a recent distribution in Washington, D.C. 

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Revised and expanded guidebook Earlier this month, the Supreme Council announced changes to the structure of council meetings. Now, our revised and expanded guidebook provides everything officers need to plan and host meetings in-person or virtually, especially with COVID-19 restrictions. To learn more, visit kofc.org/fraternaloperations.

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